Disclosure: This video includes paid partnerships and sponsor relationships. I may receive compensation from companies mentioned. All opinions are my own. IDP Podcast is Sponsored by Kettenbach Dental. For over 75 years, Kettenbach has delivered innovative materials that help dentists improve clinical efficiency and outcomes. Now introducing Profisil® Fluoride Varnish Plus, a next-generation varnish formulated with 5% sodium fluoride combined with calcium, phosphate, and hydroxyapatite to support enamel remineralization and long-term protection. Kettenbach is also offering 20% off your purchase of retail priced products — Visit the link below to learn more about the offer and use promo code IDP2026 to unlock it. Kettenbach Dental Discount: https://qrco.de/bggUPu Kettenbach Resource Material: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Wav7CIQIdZufH_b8AzzKZwsGvujAvZAg?usp=drive_link Episode Title Staying Independent: Dr. Amrita Patel on Private Equity, Insurance, and the Future of Dentistry Description Dr. Sonny Spera welcomes Dr. Amrita Patel, a New York-based general dentist and multi-practice owner, to discuss the challenges facing independent dentistry, including private equity, dental insurance reimbursement, corporate ownership, and the importance of protecting the profession. Highlights Dr. Patel shares her experience with family-owned dental practices, concerns about DSOs and private equity, declining insurance reimbursement, unrealistic social media expectations, and the importance of business education and mentorship for young dentists. Personal Passions Beyond clinical dentistry, Dr. Patel is passionate about leadership, dental education, advocacy, and helping dentists navigate challenges not typically addressed in dental school. She also writes the Leadership column for AGD Impact magazine. Podcast Vision The Independent Dental Practice Podcast aims to empower dentists through honest conversations about practice ownership, professional independence, leadership, and the future of dentistry. Takeaways Independent dentists must understand their business decisions, critically evaluate insurance participation, support one another, and advocate for a profession that remains strong for future generations. ___________________________________________________________________ Podcast Specific Discounts (POD26): https://dentistryingeneral.com/digrn Connect with Dr. Sonny Spera: 📧 independentdentalpractice@gmail.com Connect with Dr. Amrita: 📧amritapatel@nyu.edu Disclaimer for Dentistry in General Radio Network The Dentistry in General Radio Network (the "Network"), a division of Dentistry in General, LLC, provides podcast programming featuring independently selected guests by individual podcasters. Any guest appearance, documents, information, products, services, or opinions expressed on the Network’s podcasts are solely those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of Dentistry in General, LLC, its owners, affiliates, podcasters, or employees. The Network, Dentistry in General, LLC, their affiliates, podcasters, owners, agents, and employees do not assume responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information, materials, documents, products, or services shared or referenced by podcast guests. Listeners must independently verify information presented, exercise professional judgment, and conduct appropriate due diligence before acting upon or implementing recommendations provided on the Network. Information shared by guests or podcasters should not be interpreted as professional, medical, legal, or financial advice, unless explicitly stated by a qualified professional. By accessing or engaging with the Dentistry in General Radio Network content, listeners expressly agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Dentistry in General, LLC, its affiliates, podcasters, owners, agents, and employees from and against all claims, liabilities, damages, costs, or losses arising out of or resulting from reliance upon information or materials shared by guests or podcasters. Dentistry in General, LLC and its podcasters reserve the right to edit, remove, or decline to broadcast any content or material at their sole discretion. Use of podcasts or materials provided through the Dentistry in General Radio Network constitutes acceptance of these terms and acknowledgment of this disclaimer. This episode includes AI-generated content.
